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Discussion in 'Other German' started by ze_shark, Jan 26, 2005.

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  1. ze_shark

    ze_shark Formula 3

    Jul 13, 2003
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    #1 ze_shark, Jan 26, 2005
    Looking for a used E46 M3 buyer's guide, what to check at PPI, the tricks to know, etc ... Can someone synthetize or post links for some educational reading ?
    I am considering buying a manual '02 with 50'000km/30Kmi as a daily driver. What are the key maintenance intervals, recalls to check for etc ...

    There must be a ton of M3 owners on this board, some help/link very much appreciated.
     
  2. Noelrp

    Noelrp Formula Junior

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    #2 Noelrp, Jan 26, 2005
  3. brendon0

    brendon0 Formula Junior

    Dec 13, 2003
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    #3 brendon0, Jan 26, 2005
    I got my M3 at the end of '01

    There was a major bearing recall issued for all builds through 04. The
    entire bottom engine has to be rebuilt, plus new oil pumps etc.

    '02 M3's also have free maint. for 3 years, so all maint. should be done,
    since well.... its free, unless you have an idiot who didnt look after
    his car.

    The rattle from the diff is normal in all cars. You'll hear it when going over
    speed bumps and declutching at low speeds. You'll get used to it.

    As is, 3 years, 29k miles, zero issues other then bearing recall, and
    weather stripping on the windows.

    Also, the engine should have a 6 year, 100k extended because of the
    bearing recall stuff.

    Good luck.
     

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